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***The Department of Corrections is currently offering a hire incentive bonus of up to $15,000.00 to newly hired Corrections Nurses 1, Corrections Nurses 2. The incentive bonus will be paid in two equal installments, minus mandatory deductions. The first installment will be paid 90 calendar days after the first day of employment, and upon demonstrating an overall mid-acceptable performance rating. The second and final installment will be paid upon the employee's successful completion of the probationary period. Payments will be due within sixty (60) calendar days of such request. To receive an incentive, employees are expected to agree to a three-year term of employment with the Department of Corrections.***The Alaska Department of Corrections (DOC), Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services is recruiting for multiple Corrections Nurse 1/2 at Anchorage Correctional Center (ACC) in Anchorage, Alaska.Watch Alaska DOC HARS video here: https://vimeo.com/789872805/e68dd6b1e3What you will be doing: The primary responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Triage and assess patients Administer prescribed medications and treatments Provide general nursing care to patients Provide, participate, and assist in therapeutic activities Maintain patient medical records Observe, document, and report changes in the physical and mental conditions of the inmates Be team oriented Handle crisis situations in a calm and effective manner Our organization, mission and culture: HARS Mission Statement: To provide timely access to essential care through an evidence-based multidisciplinary approach. We are committed to a culture of professionalism, quality and safety. HARS Vision Statement We are committed to the wellbeing of those under the care of the Alaska Department of Corrections. Individuals will be treated in a safe, respectful and compassionate manner. We are dedicated to providing essential care and to promoting health and rehabilitation.The benefits of joining our team: As a Corrections Nurse you will be part of a team and enjoy work/life balance.HARS offers free online education for CEUs through Relias.The working environment you can expect: The Anchorage Correctional Complex is located in Anchorage, Alaska. This is an intake facility providing a variety of medical services to approximately a 1100 person population. Nurses working in correctional settings must become fluent in our policy, procedures and protocols as well as have a deep understanding of their scope of practice. Communication is key in this setting, the ability to work with the variety of specialties within Health and Rehabilitation Service in order to meet standard of care and fulfill our Mission and Vision.For more information, please visit our website: https://doc.alaska.gov/institutions Who we are looking for: Desired strengths essential to this position: Demonstrate excellent work habits such as punctuality, attendance, and observation of safety regulations Knowledge of communicable diseases, immunizations, and tuberculosis screening Knowledge of substance abuse and related treatment(s)Medication Administration and evaluation of responses to medication Procedures such as dressing changes, phlebotomy and providing patient education Ability to critically think and function independently and handle various situations in a calm and effective manner

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
CORRECTIONS NURSE 1Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alaska.CORRECTIONS NURSE 2Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alaska;AND EITHERSuccessful completion of a formal training plan as a Corrections Nurse I with the State of Alaska;OROne year of entry level experience as a Registered Nurse. Examples of this experience include but are not exclusively limited to prior service as a Corrections Nurse I, Psychiatric Nurse I, or Nurse I with the State of Alaska or its equivalent with another employer. Substitution: Combinations of prior training and experience in other specializations of nursing care (e.g., Med-Surg, Psychiatric, Public Health, Critical Care) will be evaluated for comparability on a case-by-case basis. Special Note: Candidates not currently licensed by the State of Alaska, who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alaska and requisite qualifying experience, may apply for vacancies in this job class. Applicants qualifying under this option may receive a conditional job offer; however, proof of licensure will be required prior to final appointment and reporting for duty. Some positions may require the successful applicant to pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, as a prerequisite to employment. These requirements will be indicated at the time of recruitment. Some positions may require the successful applicant to provide proof they are free from active pulmonary tuberculosis at the time of hire. Employees are required to be tested annually. These requirements will be indicated at the time of recruitment. Professional Licenses: Alaska Registered Nursing License or within 30 days of graduation from nursing program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
David Sparks Corrections Nurse 3 (Nursing Supervisor) Phone: 907-269-4176david.sparks@alaska.gov